Global String Program

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Learn from some of the world’s leading string virtuosos and educators. Under the direction of David Wallace, chair of Berklee’s String Department, you’ll explore in-depth a wide variety of string styles, including folk, jazz, bluegrass, classical, old-time, and Celtic. Master your technique on violin, viola, cello, mandolin, harp, banjo, and more. You’ll study with instructors in small class settings and explore new musical styles and techniques under expert guidance.

Though not required, you are permitted to bring laptops, computers, tablets, etc. Wireless internet and electrical outlet plugs are provided throughout the campus. Please keep in mind that it is your responsibility to keep your items safe. Berklee is not responsible for the loss of these items.

Please use the Information for Registered Students page as a reference to the 2018 program schedule. The 2019 schedule details will become available closer to the start of the program.

As a participant in the Global String Program, you’ll become a part of Berklee’s thriving, creative String Department for a full week. You’ll get the same Berklee experience that fostered musicians like Sierra Hull, Casey Driessen, and national fiddle champions Luke Price and Alex Hargreaves. Expand your musical horizons, and discover new performance possibilities as a string player. The curriculum will include the following:

Small Ensembles

You will play in a small ensemble coached by a Berklee faculty member who is an expert in the specific style the ensemble will study (e.g., Arabic, bluegrass, Celtic, jazz, pop, etc.).

Improvisation Workshop

You will rotate through improvisation workshops in various styles and receive coaching from various faculty each day.

Theory-in-Action Labs

You will receive hands-on instruction in ear training and applying theory through your instrument. To build knowledge sequentially, you will have the same group and faculty instructor each day.

Large Ensemble

You will participate in a large ensemble, rehearsing a variety of repertoire and performing in the Berklee Performance Center.

Faculty Clinics

Berklee faculty will host clinics focusing on career skills, performance techniques, and a diverse array of styles.

Jam Sessions

Each night, current Berklee students, faculty, and summer program students get together for jam sessions organized to focus on different styles (e.g., old-time, swing, free improvisation, classical, etc.).

The Global String Program offers participants the opportunity to study with internationally renowned teachers with proven track records—those who have not only won their own prestigious awards, but who have taught students who have continued on to enjoy flourishing careers, whether as international recording artists or as music teachers.